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(B) Traits that are controlled by genes located on autosomes but whose expression is modified by the sex of the individual are known as sex-influenced

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(B) Traits that are controlled by genes located on autosomes but whose expression is modified by the sex of the individual are known as sex-influenced traits. Unlike sex-linked traits,which are determined by genes on the sex chromosomes ($X$ or $Y$),sex-influenced traits are autosomal. The phenotypic expression of these genes depends on the hormonal environment,which differs between males and females. $A$ classic example is pattern baldness in humans.

List-$I$ (Type of Inheritance)	List-$II$ (Example)
$A$. Incomplete dominance	$I$. Blood groups in human
$B$. Co-dominance	$II$. Flower colour in Antirrhinum
$C$. Pleiotropy	$III$. Skin colour in human
$D$. Polygenic inheritance	$IV$. Phenylketonuria

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